OV E R V I E W: Love him or hate him, the self-proclaimed "Antichrist Superstar" Marilyn Manson was indisputably among the most notorious and controversial entertainers of the 1990s. Celebrated by supporters as a crusader for free speech and denounced by detractors as little more than a poor man's Alice Cooper, Manson was the latest in a long line of shock rockers, rising to the top of the charts on a platform of sex, drugs and Satanism.

Real Name: Brian Warner Birthplace: Ohio  Mother: Barbara Wayne Warner Father: Hugh Warner Grandmother: Beatrice Warner Grandfather: Jack Angus Warner Name Eye Color: Hazel  Height: 6 ft Star Sign: Capricorn Explanation: A combination of the names Charles Manson (serial killer) and marveled superstar  Marilyn Monroe. Respected Authors: Anton LaVey, Freidrick Nietzsche, Aliester Crowley, Charles Darwin  and Roald Dahl Misc.

Facts: - When he was 9, someone broke into the Warner's home and the intruder attempted to smother Marilyn in his sleep by placing a pillow over his face, which is why, to this day, he still can't fall asleep without having a television on. - Marilyn Manson is allergic to antibiotics. As a child he spent two weeks in the hospital, and almost died, after having them prescribed to him. - Marilyn's favorite cartoon character is Gossamer, the fuzzy red Warner Brother's creation - The song "My Monkey" was originally written by Charles Manson - Marilyn Manson appeared on the rap star DMX's album "Flesh Of My Flesh, Blood Of My Blood" he did vocals on the song "The Omen" - Marilyn's father used to carry a nude photo of Twiggy in his wallet

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